Word Meaning
नट-खट
Naṭ-khaṭ
hiadjective
Meaning
Naughty, mischievous, playful, impish, frisky (in an endearing way).
Detailed Meaning
Refers to someone, often a child or a beloved, who is playfully mischievous, naughty in an endearing way, and full of lively antics. It often carries a connotation of charm rather than malice.
Etymology
From Sanskrit नट (naṭa, 'dancer, actor') and possibly खट्ट (khaṭṭa, 'troublesome, restless'), implying a playful, lively, and somewhat mischievous character, like an actor who delights with their antics.
Examples
The little boy's playful antics always made everyone laugh.
Her mischievous eyes twinkled as she hid the sweets.
Lord Krishna is often depicted with his endearing naughty pranks.
Synonyms
शरारतीचंचलशोखनटखटियामनमौजी
Related Words
चंचलशरारतीखेलतामनमौजीशोख